The Certified Family Therapist (CFT) credential is developed by which organization and is open to which professionals?

• A. Developed by the International Association of Marriage and Family Counselors; requires a master's in counseling and a family or couples specialty.
• B. Developed by the National Board for Certified Counselors; requires a doctoral degree.
• C. Developed by the American Counseling Association; requires a bachelor's degree.
• D. Developed by the American Psychological Association; requires licensure.

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is knowing which organization sponsors a specialty credential in family therapy within the counseling field and who is eligible to pursue it. The Certified Family Therapist credential is issued by the International Association of Marriage and Family Counselors, which focuses on marriage, family, and couples therapy within counseling. It is intended for counseling professionals who have earned a master’s degree in counseling and have specialized training or a focus in family or couples therapy. This aligns the credential with master’s-level professional practice in family systems, rather than requiring a doctoral degree or belonging to a psychology-focused or broader counseling organization. The other organizations listed (NBCC, ACA, APA) are associated with different credentialing tracks or disciplines, which is why the master’s-level, family-focused pathway is the correct match for this credential.